Did you know that asking R U OK? Can synchronise brain waves between you and the other person? Join Phil Brandel and me on ABCNQ as we discuss the fascinating brain science behind meaningful conversations and why asking "R U OK?" matters more than you might think.

Did you know? Research shows that changing the words we use to describe difficult circumstances can actually alter how we feel about them and improve our ability to cope. Susan Graham-Ryan and I discussed the impact of using crisis language.

Did you know that the tempo and volume of music can alter your perception of taste? Join Susan Graham-Ryan and me on ABCNQ as we discuss how sound and presentation influence what we taste and how we experience food.

Have you ever wondered why you buy more groceries than you planned? Discover the sneaky psychological tricks supermarkets use to influence your shopping habits, from the store layout to the music playing in the background.

Have you ever read a story that feels like it has become part of your real life? Join Susan Graham-Ryan and me on ABCNQ as we discuss fictional characters' impact on our real-life behaviours and emotions.

Ever wonder how Olympians stay cool as cucumbers while the whole world watches? Join Grant Bell and me on ABC Northern Grandstand as we discuss what the Olympics can teach us all about high-pressure: performance. Please click on the link below if you’d like to